A wide variety of work is now being undertaken through digital platforms, including web design, writing, computer programming, skilled trades work, odd jobs, deliveries and driving as well as caring work.
That's according the Queensland University of Technology which has surveyed 14,000 Australians for a Victorian government inquiry into the on-demand workforce about their participation in the gig economy.
The most common digital platform workers include men aged 18 to 34, students, temporary residents, people with a disability, and those who do not speak English at home.
NSW has the highest level of gig economy workers (7.9 per cent), followed by Victoria (7.4 per cent).
Platform workers reported high satisfaction with the flexibility of work but are less satisfied with their incomes.
